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| 1051 - Horticulture, Commercial | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1051.3) | 8 |
Number of farmers and farmer market vendors who gained knowledge on crop diversification |
| 1051.5) | 0 |
Number for growers who diversified crop production |
| 1051.11) | 0 |
Number of growers who conducted foliar tissue testing |
| 1051.12) | 0 |
Number of growers who implemented irrigation systems |
| 1051.1) | 17 |
Number of growers who gained knowledge in commercial horticulture including: improved pest and disease management, improved soil management, how to interpret a soil test and apply fertilizer accordingly, recommended crop varieties, improved crop management such as trellising, pruning, harvesting, timing of operations, etc. |
| 1051.14) | 1 |
Number of growers who planned and practiced crop rotation |
| 1051.4) | 0 |
Number of growers who adopted techniques that extended the growing season |
Author: Sharon Flynt
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
Every year since 2014, Scott County Master Gardener volunteers have collaborated with their agent to present an “open to the public” garden expo. At the expo, guests can learn about researched based gardening information and techniques, listen to gardening experts, see, and participate horticultural demonstrations, and sample nutritious fruit and vegetable recipes, free of charge. Businesses with a gardening/horticulture connection are also invited to showcase their
Author: Sharon Flynt
Major Program: Horticulture, Commercial
A recent study showed that 55% of American households engage in gardening activities. The study also found that 67% of adults are growing or planning to grow edible plants, including vegetables (52%), herbs (33%), and fruits (31%). This has led to a boom in sales in garden centers and promotion of the benefits of growing your own food. This “boom in gardening” and gardening businesses was demonstrated in April, 2023, at the Scott County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer
